AC Milan's manager, Max Allegri, highlighted the significance of their upcoming match in Pisa as they look to solidify their place as they hunt for a podium finish. Following a pause for the Olympics, this match marks their return in a challenging streak of games; it will be their sixth away game in the last nine matches. Allegri cautions his players against repeating past mistakes, particularly referencing previous games where they faltered at the start, which led to unexpected goals conceded from opponents that seemed inferior.

The match against Pisa is just the beginning of a critical series for AC Milan, with subsequent games lined up against teams such as Como, Parma, and Cremonese. Each of these matches is pivotal for Milan as they prepare for their highly anticipated derby clash against Inter, scheduled for the weekend of March 7-8. Allegri emphasized the importance of maintaining focus throughout this series, and the press has been keenly questioning him about strategies to ensure their success against their city rivals.

With Inter currently at the top of the league, having won 18 out of 23 matches, the stakes are high for Milan as they navigate this set of fixtures. The question of whether they would settle for a draw in the derby implies a lack of confidence that Allegri is keen to dispel, as he aims to bolster his team's performance and ensure they are not caught off guard, as they were in their earlier encounters this season.